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In Canada, the federal government groups and organizes occupations based on a National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. This alis occupation may not reflect the entire NOC group it is part of. Data for the NOC group can apply across multiple occupations.

The NOC system is updated every 5 years to reflect changes in the labour market. Government forms and labour market data may group and refer to an occupation differently, depending on the system used. Here is how this occupation has been classified over time:

Interest in precision working to measure and mark sheet metal, and to operate computerized laser and plasma cutting equipment to cut sheet metal; and in developing patterns for sheet metal using computer assisted design and drafting (CAD) software

METHODICAL

Interest in grinding and buffing seams, joints and rough surfaces

INNOVATIVE

Interest in compiling information to inspect product quality and installation to ensure products conform to specifications and building codes

Reading Interest Codes

A Quick Guide

The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation. It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective and Social.

Interest in operating equipment and tools to install and service interior and exterior prefabricated products

METHODICAL

Interest in comparing information to measure and mark guidelines for installations

innovative

Interest in repairing and servicing interior and exterior prefabricated products

Reading Interest Codes

A Quick Guide

The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation. It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective and Social.

Fit and join cladding materials with riveting, welding, soldering and other tools

Cut, drill, punch, bend and shape sheet metal and other materials using tools such as hand and power sheers and snips, laser cutters and light metal-working equipment

Inspect finished products to make sure standards and quality are met

Keep a clean and orderly work area

Follow safety standards and procedures

Architectural cladders may work from verbal instructions or blueprints. They may also design projects themselves.

Working Conditions

Updated Dec 31, 2018

Architectural cladders work indoors and outdoors in all types of weather. They make some products in a shop and install them at construction sites. Some products, such as roofing and siding, must be cut onsite.

A 40-hour workweek is normal. Overtime is sometimes needed to meet deadlines.

Architectural cladders may need to do a lot of bending, reaching and working at heights or in cramped spaces.

Strength Required
Lift over 20 kg

Skills & Abilities

Updated Dec 31, 2018

Architectural cladders need:

Patience, dependability and accuracy

Communication and interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Spatial awareness

See objects in 3D

Hand-eye coordination

Manual dexterity

The ability to stand for long periods

The ability to work in high, awkward and noisy places

Educational Requirements

Updated Dec 31, 2018

Employers prefer to hire people who have previous experience in cladding. They also look for those who have:

The ability to learn

The willingness to obey safety policies

English skills

A valid Class 5 driver’s licence

Construction Safety Training System (CSTS), Fall Protection, and other safety certifications are an asset.

The employment outlook in this occupation is influenced by a wide variety of factors including:

Trends and events that affect overall employment, especially in the industries listed above)

Location in Alberta

Employment turnover (when people leave existing positions)

Occupational growth (when new positions are created)

Size of the occupation

Over 3,000 Albertans are employed in the Sheet metal workers occupational group. This group is expected to have a below-average annual growth of 0.7% from 2016 to 2020. As a result, 21 new positions are forecast to be created each year, in addition to job openings created by employment turnover. Note: As architectural cladders form only a part of this larger occupational group, only some of these newly created positions will be for architectural cladders.

Over 7,500 Albertans are employed in the Residential and commercial installers and servicers occupational group. This group is expected to have a below-average annual growth of 0.6% from 2016 to 2020. As a result, 45 new positions are forecast to be created each year, in addition to job openings created by employment turnover. Note: As architectural cladders form only a part of this larger occupational group, only some of these newly created positions will be for architectural cladders.

Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.

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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.

B: Good Reliability

Data Reliability Code Definition

Good Reliability, represents a CV of between 6.01% and 15.00% and/or fewer than 30 survey observations and/or if survey observations represent less than 50% of all estimated employment for the occupation.

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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.

A: High Reliability

Data Reliability Code Definition

High Reliability, represents a CV of less than or equal to 6.00% and 30 survey observations and/or represents 50% or more of all estimated employment for the occupation.

Updated Dec 31, 2018. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook, and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.